Executive Producer

Fox • Chicago, MI

17h • $120,000 - $139,000 • Onsite

About The Position

FOX Chicago is seeking a dynamic and strategic Executive Producer to lead our newsroom’s digital-first daily editorial vision, content execution, and team performance. This role is responsible for overseeing newscasts and programs across multiple platforms, ensuring high-quality journalism, strong storytelling, and audience-driven content that reflects the Chicago market. The ideal candidate is a decisive leader with a passion for digital-first thinking, breaking news, and innovative storytelling.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7–10+ years of newsroom experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong editorial judgment and decision-making skills under deadline pressure
• Proven ability to implement a multi-platform news distribution strategy
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, breaking news environment
• Experience with newsroom systems (ENPS, iNews, etc.)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a major market newsroom (Top 10 preferred)
• Strong knowledge of the Chicago news landscape
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Experience managing multi-platform content and emerging media formats

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily editorial planning for newscasts and digital platforms
• Supervise producers, reporters, anchors, and assignment desk staff
• Oversee rundowns, story selection, and content prioritization
• Ensure accuracy, fairness, and journalistic integrity in all content
• Drive breaking news coverage and continuous updates across platforms
• Collaborate with digital, social, and streaming teams to expand audience reach
• Mentor and develop newsroom talent, fostering a high-performance culture
• Monitor ratings, analytics, and audience trends to inform content strategy
• Coordinate with promotions, sales, and creative services for special projects
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, company policies, and ethical standards

Benefits

• medical/dental/vision
• insurance
• a 401(k) plan
• paid time off
• other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees